Since the moment I knew that I was having a girl, I knew I wanted to give her the middle name Marie in honor of my mother. Even more so since I have become a mother myself, I have been struck by how blessed I am to have my mom to support and stand by me and to be a positive influence and source of joy for my kids. I pray that Amelia will inherit some of the wonderful traits that make my mother so special and an inspiration to her four kids--her strength, selflessness, loyalty, and faithfulness.

Susan Marie and Amelia Marie

Amelia's first bath (in water)